School concludes at 2:30pm, Friday 24th June, 2022

Note the early finish time of school this Friday for all students.

Country buses run to an earlier timetable.

Students who use the town bus system should check the timetable for the route that they use.

Matthew O'Brien, Principal

Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff, Students and the wider St. Joseph’s Primary School Community,

God of unity,

We pray that we may recognise our part in the Body of Christ. 

May we be Jesus’ hands in action,

his voice in speaking,

and his ears in listening.

Amen.

I was a particularly proud Principal last week as I was able to share in some outstanding efforts by our children.

Firstly, Three of our Year 6 Mini Vinnies leaders went with Di Brown to serve the community through meals on wheels. Coincidently this week was the Feast of the Body of Christ where Catholics reflect on how we can act as members of “the body of Christ” in our community.  This team has found a practical way to not only physically feed people but to offer companionship as well.  I am grateful to this team for their courage and good will and to Di for her leadership of our Mini Vinnies group. All of the Mini Vinnies leaders will participate in Meals on Wheels this year. 

Secondly, I watched the Girls as Leaders of STEM (GALS) deliver their presentation at the Lighthouse Theatre on Friday evening. The team were articulate, intelligent and passionate in their presentation which focussed on Russells Creek. The team have developed a poster outlining their journey which is on display (along with the other schools) at the Warrnambool Library. Emily Lloyd led this team with her usual unbridled passion and enthusiasm. This team will repeat their presentation at our first assembly next term. 

Finally, it was a pleasure to be involved with the girls and boy’s footy teams as we headed off to Ballarat for the regional finals on Friday. The way both teams went about their games and supporting each other was a real credit to them, their families and the school.  Congratulations to the boys who have made it through to the state final next term and to the girls who played with such joy and enthusiasm.  

Good luck to all of our children who are a part of the Primary Performers production of Annie. Break a leg!

As we head off for a well earned rest I would like to congratulate all of the children for their efforts this term and thank our staff for their endeavours and I wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. 

Important Meeting:
Staying Safe Online/Cyber Safety  

Parent and Child Night, 7pm Tuesday 19th July

The Warrnambool police are working with our Year 4, 5 and 6 students on Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th of July regarding Cyber safety. A part of this program is a parent and child session on the Tuesday evening. I cannot stress enough how important it is that children and parents hear and discuss the same information with their children. To that end I urge all families to attend this important evening.

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Wet Day Pick Ups

The office is often inundated with calls to change pick up arrangements on wet days. If it is raining heavily we hold the children under cover until it eases before walking them to Queens Road or the tennis courts. In a light drizzle we walk them across.

If you wish to change arrangements please call the office well before 3:15pm as a message is delivered over the loudspeaker at 3:15pm listing all of the children whose arrangements have changed. Calls after 3:15pm will not get through to children as office staff and classrooms are unpredictable at these times. 

We understand that at times changes are unavoidable but ask you to keep to your usual routine where possible.

Regards
Matthew O'Brien, Principal

Happy Birthday to children celebrating their birthday this week.

Elijah Bishop, Oliver Ault, Jacky Deverall, Billy Nicolson, Esmae Coleman, Remy Roberts, Zarah Timpson, Milla Delaney, Ryland Hunter, Jonny Hunt and Dylan Thomas.

Regional Girls and Boys Football

Our Girls and Boys football teams travelled via bus to Alfredton Recreation Reserve in Ballarat to compete at the Regional championships on Friday 17th June.

The girls played a total of 3 matches, winning 3 and narrowly going down in 1. This saw them finish very close to the top of the ladder, well done girls.

The boys played a total of 4 matches, winning all 4 and therefore finishing on top, meaning they will progress to the State Finals on Wednesday 17th August, well done boys.

The day was a huge success for all. Mr. O’Brien, Kayne, Layla and myself were all very impressed at the level of humility and maturity our students played with, along with some excellent displays of football ability. Well done to both of our teams.

Hockey Trials and Event

This Wednesday 22nd June we will hold our second lot of hockey trials at lunch time. If you were away last week and would like to come along please do. Teams will be picked and announced by the end of the week. The Division hockey will be held on Friday 15th July.

State Cross Country

State Cross Country is coming up in week one of term 3 on Thursday 14th July. The event will be held at the Yarra Valley Racing Club in Yarra Glen.

A huge congratulations to the following students who have qualified for the event, and will represent the school at State level.

• Lottie Wilkinson
• Gano Akoch
• Ethan Alexander
• Molly McNeil
• Lucy Howland

Mr Matthew McMillian

Parent Visits to Year 2 classes

During Week 7 the Year 2 Parents/Guardians were invited into the classrooms to work with their children. The sessions were filled with smiling faces and lots of chatter as they worked on various activities.

Thank you to the Parents/Guardians who were able to make it.

Keep an eye out for our next session in Term 3.

Edward the Emu

In Term 3 on Tuesday 26th July, the Year 2 students will be going to the Lighthouse Theatre to watch a performance based on the book ‘Edward the Emu’.

On Tuesday 14th June the Year 2 students were involved in workshops, by the theatre company who will be performing, so that the children can fully be involved and understand the performance next term.

The Public Launch!

On Friday 17th June we went to the Lighthouse Theatre to present our final project to the Lord Mayor, the City Council, Deakin University delegates, School Teachers, our friends and family.  

Our final poster, designed to educate the public, was collected from school and is now on display in the Warrnambool City Library.  Throughout the holidays our poster is going to be public at the library so you can go look at the posters if you please. 

We were very nervous before public speaking, and after some complications with our slideshow we presented our project. 

Overall this program has taught us persistence, teamwork and dedication to a group project.  We truly believe that we can achieve anything in Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics in the future!

Thank you for reading,

Sincerely, the Creek Critters, Year 6 students

Our school supports our community as part of the Feast of the Sacred Heart.

Children are invited to take action by bringing to school warm blankets, toiletries e.g. toothbrush, toothpaste, handwash, hairbush, deodorant, socks, hair ties, crayons and colouring books.

Children may also bring non-perishable food items. 

Donations can be sent to the school with your child and/or placed in the collections tubs at school. 

As Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we are asked to support those in need in our community.

This is done with donations of blankets, non perishable food, toiletries and good quaility children's clothing.

The Mini Vinnies are organising a Pyjama Day on Thursday 23rd June in recognition of our support.

Students are welcome to wear their pyjamas, Oodie or onesie (no sleeveless tops please). Slippers are suitable in the classroom but suitable shoes/runners are required in the playground. It is suggested that children bring a warm jumper or coat for recess and lunch play.

Registrations close: 3pm Thursday 21st July, 2022

First Eucharist is a Sacramental Program for Year 4 students who have been Baptised and Confirmed.

Please complete this form and make a $25 contribution payment, to meet the cost of materials, through CDFpay (our online ordering system).

A kit containing the materials and information to prepare your child for the Celebration of First Eucharist and details of your Family Group will be available to collect at the Parent and Student Information Meeting in the Gathering Space at St Joseph's Church. If you are unable to attend this meeting please contact the Parish.

After school groups meet at the school at 3:30pm and evening groups meet in the home at a time arranged by the families in the group.

This Sacramental program is run by St. Josephs Church and supported by the school. Please contact Leanne the Parish Office on (03) 5562 2231 if you have any queries.

Key Dates

NCCD is the National Collection of data for Children with Disability. This body collects information from St Joseph's about the levels of disability funding that a child may be eligible to access in a school environment.

3:30pm - 6:00pm, Monday 20th June, 2022
3:30pm - 6:00pm, Tuesday 21st June, 2022

Parent Teacher Interviews will be held on Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st June.  They will be conducted either in person or via the phone. Parents can choose which methods suits them best.

Bookings are now open via PAM.

Please leave 10 minute between interviews.

Please contact Tanya Hughes or the school office if you are able to volunteer for canteen duty this Friday 24th June.

Thank you.

St Joseph's Recycling Centre is now available for:

• Bottle Tops
• Bread Tags
• Home Printer Catridges
• Batteries.

Children can place items in the recycling centre in the school foyer before and after school.

Our Ukraine family are in urgent need of any household furniture and items i.e. beds and bedding; kitchen furniture, crockery and cooking utensils; lounge furniture. 

They do not need any clothing.

If you have anything at all that you are happy to donate please call Irynn on 0498 485 166

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